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		<title>Kitchen Potential: Affordable and Amazing</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2010/08/kitchen-potential-affordable-and-amazing/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:09:16 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Updating a kitchen doesn't have to break the bank. We have been inspired by a recent project and want to share with you some ideas for revamping your kitchen on a modest budget. It can be done and with style!]]></description>
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		<title>Avoiding Common Interior Design Blunders in Space</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:41:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever buy a piece of furniture that looked great in the store but when you got it home it was a bit too large for the space? Some common design blunders and tips to help you save time and avoid making costly mistakes!]]></description>
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		<title>Countertops: Don&#8217;t Take it for Granite!</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2010/05/countertops-dont-take-it-for-granite/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 05 May 2010 01:05:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[We had some great feedback last week on the recycled glass countertops featured in our blog on earth friendly design so this week we decided to explore the wonderful world of countertops! For the kitchen or bath, few things have more impact both visually and from a usability standpoint than countertops. The materials used, color [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Earth Friendly Design is Out of This World!</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2010/04/earth-friendly-design-is-out-of-this-world/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:57:58 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Love design and love the earth at the same time! In celebration of the recent Earth Day, I'm looking at some environmentally friendly furniture, fabrics, accents and things for the home in the Design Connection blog this week!]]></description>
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		<title>Thinking Green Design &#8211; Flooring Series vol 1. Cork Floors</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2009/11/thinking-green-design-flooring-series-vol-1-cork-floors/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:11:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Options abound for people interested in designing with environmental impact in mind. This week we are focusing on green flooring and the benefits and beauty of cork floors.]]></description>
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		<title>Clean and Chic, Cork Flooring is a Green Choice</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2009/09/clean-and-chic-cork-floor-are-a-green-choice/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Sep 2009 19:54:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Did you see the article about cork flooring in the Sunday House and Home section of the Kansas City Star? My opinion on cork is that it is a wonderful green alternative material. But&#8230; it must be used in the right room with the right conditions. Cork is perfect for a fun playroom because it [...]]]></description>
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		<title>What is a Kitchen Face Lift?</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2009/07/what-is-a-kitchen-face-lift/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Jul 2009 18:08:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am getting requests for kitchen face lifts. Many of my clients are choosing to darker their cabinets, change hardware, update their appliances, change countertops and back splash. This could easily make the budget around $15,000 or higher. To gut a kitchen and reinstall all of the above will run $35,000 to over $100,000. It [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Freshening up with a budget!</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2008/11/freshening-up-with-a-budget/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2008 20:46:01 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are many ways to freshen up areas throughout your home without having a large budget. One area in particular is the kitchen, typically a high traffic area where everyone spends part of their day. As a general rule I would recommend making a list of the things that must go and other things that [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Natural Stone Countertops</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2008/10/natural-stone-countertops/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2008 19:54:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Natural stone countertops are an investment and also beautiful to look at. Do you know that a minor kitchen remodel gives you an 83% percent return while a major kitchen remodel may give you only 78% percent return? I suggest to many of my clients to change their countertops to granite because they are a [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Inexpensive tips to remodel your home</title>
		<link>http://designconnectioninc.com/blog/2008/08/inexpensive-tips-to-remodel-your-home/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 23:34:47 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Arlene</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Countertops can make a huge difference in updating your kitchen. There are many materials besides granite that still give a rich look. When you change out the countertops you will also be required to replace the sink to an under mount style and often change out the faucet. You may use a tile backsplash or [...]]]></description>
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